Bishop Dr. Donald Cook

City of L.A. Dedicates Bishop Cook Square

  The dedication ceremony was held October 16 during 40th anniversary celebration of Harvest Tabernacle Bible Church. The designation recognizes his accomplishments and contributions to improving the 9th District and community-at-large. The occasion also marked Cook’s retirement as pastor of Harvest Tabernacle. His successor, son Dr. Donald R. Cook II, will be installed as pastor on Sunday, November 13, at 4 p.m., at 88th Street Temple Church of God In Christ, 8825 South Vermont Avenue in Los Angeles. Bishop Cook, who served 45 years in the ministry, is a graduate and valedictorian of the Los Angeles Police Department Technical Reserve